On April 22, 2025, terrorists opened fire on tourists in the Baisaran meadows near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack claimed 26 lives, including 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national. This incident is one of the deadliest in the region since the Pulwama attack in 2019.
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The Indian government swiftly condemned the attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting, announcing diplomatic measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and closing the Attari border.
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An all-party meeting was held in Srinagar, where political leaders unanimously supported the government's actions and called for justice. The meeting emphasized unity and the protection of Kashmiri citizens across India.
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Countries like China and the United States condemned the attack, expressing solidarity with India. The international community called for stronger measures against terrorism.
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Pakistan responded by blocking airspace for Indian airlines and closing the Wagah border. Tensions between the two nations escalated, with both sides taking retaliatory measures.
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Across India, citizens held candlelight vigils to honor the victims. The attack has left the nation grieving and united in its resolve against terrorism.
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